Daily Archives: 2013-07-18

By Howard Lee I refer to the letter by Mr Calvin Cheng, “‘Seeking clarifications’ online a disturbing trend” (16 July) published in the Straits Times. Mr Cheng highlighted what he perceived to be a “bewildering and disturbing trend: that of questioning the veracity of government statements during a national crisis, and the belief that it is better to clarify uncertainties …

Democracy is best served by having an informed and involved citizenry that has access to a wide range of sources of news and views and an open and vibrant environment in which to share and to debate ideas and opinions.